Tricks & Deserts
A game by Muneyuki Yokouchi (横内宗幸)
2 - 4 Players 30 minutes Low
Commodity Speculation, Investment, Stock Holding, Trick-taking
Card Game, Fantasy
Description
Tricks & Deserts is a quick and easy-to-learn card game where 2 to 4 players take on the role of cunning authorities vying for control of magical species. With a playtime of just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a fun and fast-paced game night. Designed by Muneyuki Yokouchi, this 2014 game combines trick-taking with commodity speculation and investment, making for a thrilling experience. Players take turns playing specie cards either face up or face down, with the strongest card winning all face-up cards. But beware, abandoned cards can affect your score, so you'll need to strategize when to play and when to pass. With its simple rules and deep gameplay, Tricks & Deserts is a great choice for fans of card games and fantasy. It's a game of clever decision-making and tactical risk-taking, where the right moves can lead to victory and the wrong ones can leave you lost in the desert.
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